Waverly, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 93 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 93-48
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The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation of this Part 2 : ACCESSORY STRUCTURE A structure, the use of which is incidental to that of the manufactured home and which is attached thereto or located on the same manufactured home lot. "Accessory structures" include, but are not limited to, portable, demountable or permanent enclosures, shade structures and carports. APPROVED Approved by the administrative officer under the regulations of this Part 2 , or approved by an authority designated by law or this Part 2 . COMMUNITY AREA An area or space within a manufactured home court, including fences, walls and other minor constructions, which is designed for joint use of occupants or restricted to nonresidential use. COMMUNITY STRUCTURE A structure within a manufactured home court providing laundry, toilet, recreation, parking or other common facilities, including management office and storage buildings. GENERALLY ACCEPTED STANDARD A specification, code, rule, guide or procedure in the field of construction of manufactured homes or manufactured home courts or related thereto, recognized and accepted as authoritative. HABITABLE SPACE Space used for living, sleeping, eating or cooking purposes, excluding kitchenettes, bathrooms, toilet rooms, storage spaces and enclosures for equipment installations. MANUFACTURED HOME A factory-manufactured dwelling unit built on or after June 15, 1976, and conforming to the requirements of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, 24 CFR Part 3208, 4/1/93, transportable in one or more sections, which in the traveling mode is eight feet (2,438 mm) or more in width or 40 feet (12,192 mm) or more in length or, when erected on site, is 320 square feet (29.7 m 2 ) minimum, constructed on a permanent chassis and designed to be used with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning and electrical systems contained therein. The term "manufactured home" shall also include any structure that meets all the requirements of this definition except the size requirements and with respect to which the manufacturer voluntarily files a certification required by the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development and complies with the standards established under the national Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Act of 1974, as amended. The term "manufactured home" shall not include any self-propelled recreational vehicle. MANUFACTURED HOME COURT A parcel of land which has been planned and improved for the placement of two or more manufactured homes. MANUFACTURED HOME LOT A designated site within a manufactured home court for the exclusive use of the occupants of a single manufactured home. MANUFACTURED HOME STAND That part of an individual manufactured home lot which has been reserved for the placement of the manufactured home. MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT Manufactured home electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems and equipment used for living purposes, including cooking and refrigeration equipment. PATIO A paved outdoor living space designed to supplement the manufactured home living area. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE A movable unit designed for short-term occupancy and frequent travel, equipped with a chassis, which either has its own motive power or is mounted on or drawn by another vehicle. STORAGE LOCKER An enclosed space designed to provide auxiliary general storage space for an individual manufactured home.
Section 93-48 of Waverly, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 93 establishes the official vocabulary used throughout Part 2 of the manufactured home regulations. Each defined term — from 'manufactured home' and 'manufactured home court' to 'accessory structure,' 'habitable space,' and 'recreational vehicle' — carries a specific legal meaning that governs how the rest of Part 2 is interpreted and applied. Notably, the definition of 'manufactured home' aligns with federal HUD standards under 24 CFR Part 3280 and excludes self-propelled recreational vehicles.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of manufactured home courts in Waverly should be familiar with the precise definitions set out in § 93-48, as these terms control how all other requirements in Part 2 are applied to their properties. For example, the distinction between a 'manufactured home lot,' a 'manufactured home stand,' and a 'community area' determines which spaces are subject to which rules regarding use, maintenance, and shared access. Compliance with Part 2 generally begins with correctly classifying structures, spaces, and equipment according to these definitions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of manufactured home courts in Waverly benefit from understanding the definitions in § 93-48, because these terms shape the rights and obligations that apply to their lot, their home, and shared community spaces. For instance, the definition of 'habitable space' and 'accessory structure' can be relevant when questions arise about the condition or permitted use of parts of a manufactured home lot. Tenants who believe a landlord is misapplying these definitions may find it useful to consult a local tenant-rights organization or review how the administrative officer interprets these terms under Part 2.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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